Denmark says the Greenland deal respects its sovereignty, while Trump says it gives the U.S. ‘permanent control over security’ The deal will hold even if Greenland becomes independent. We Got This Covered · Sep 20
Trump declares victory in Greenland, but the deal exposes a deeper crisis of trust US President Donald Trump is already presenting the new security agreement between the United States, Denmark and Greenland as a personal triumph. The Conversation · Sep 20
The Greenland deal is a classic example of Trump’s bluff and bluster THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: If all that the ‘deal’ means is that the US president stops threatening America’s allies, Trump cannot expect gratitude The Independent UK · Sep 19
MAGA hails Trump’s deal with Greenland – but is it any different from what the US already had? One national security expert says the only thing that’s changed is that ‘our allies now think we’re led by a lunatic’ The Independent UK · Sep 19
Germany's defence chief Carsten Breuer chosen to head NATO military committee Germany’s defence chief Carsten Breuer was elected as the next chair of NATO’s Military Committee. He will take office in July 2027 for a three-year term, serving as the alliance’s top military adviser. Euronews · Sep 19
Russia Holds First Post-War Parliamentary Elections. Western Intelligence Fears Putin Will Escalate Ukraine Conflict Post-Vote. All anti-war parties have been barred from standing, but Russian President Vladimir Putin nevertheless sees the vote as an important indicator of public support for Russia's "Special Military Operation". International Business Times · Sep 19
Denmark and Greenland say US military agreement will not compromise Arctic territory’s sovereignty Statement sought to clarify Trump’s announcement that US will have ‘permanent control’ over Greenland’s security The Guardian - US · Sep 19
Greenland, Denmark Say US Deal Will Not Cede Sovereignty as Trump Claims 'Permanent Control' Over It Denmark and Greenland say a proposed agreement expanding the US military presence in Greenland will preserve sovereignty, despite Donald Trump's claim of permanent American control over security International Business Times UK · Sep 19
Denmark welcomes deal with US over Greenland after Trump annexation threats Denmark's government has welcomed a US deal on Greenland to bolster US military presence there while keeping the island under Danish control, following months of threats by President Donald Trump to seize the semi-autonomous territory of a NATO ally. Radio France Internationale · Sep 19
Denmark confirms US-Greenland security pact, rules out sovereignty transfer Denmark and Greenland on Saturday confirmed that a planned security agreement with the United States will not compromise the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark or Greenlanders’ right to self-determination. The statement came after US president Donald Trump said the pact would give Washington “permanent control” over the Arctic island’s… The Times of India · Sep 19
Greenland, Denmark say US deal will not cede sovereignty Denmark and Greenland stated sovereignty remains intact with a new US military deal. This agreement allows the United States to develop a significant military presence there. It also prohibits adversaries from building their own bases on the island. Both nations expressed hope for a binding agreement to end uncertainty. The… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Danish leaders cautiously optimistic about Trump’s Greenland deal after months of talks Representatives from all three governments will sign the agreement next week at the United Nations General Assembly The Independent UK · Sep 19
Flights at Luxembourg airport on hold after drone activity forces shutdown Luxembourg Airport suspended all arrivals and departures on Friday after unauthorised drone activity was detected near and over the airport, disrupting flight operations. The Times of India · Sep 19
Russia has changed the nature of its warfare – so must we THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The rise in unlawful drone activity at MoD sites – as revealed by The Independent – is the latest sign we are engaged in a new form of conflict with Russia. If Britain is to win this ‘warm war’, we must bolster our defences, not simply… The Independent UK · Sep 19
The Independent UK · Sep 19 US and Denmark negotiated Greenland deal in secret for months amid Iran war Trump had claimed the U.S. needs Greenland to deter threats from Russia and China
The Economic Times · Sep 19 Trump says US reached 'infinite' security deal with Denmark over Greenland Trump said the US has reached a deal with Denmark and Greenland giving Washington “permanent control” over Greenland’s security and barring Russia and China from establishing bases or making sensitive investments there.
The Guardian - US · Sep 18 US and Denmark reach security deal after Trump’s threats to take over Greenland The agreement would allow the US to expand its military presence, while Denmark and Greenland say it preserves their sovereignty and right to self-determination
France 24 · Sep 18 Denmark hails Greenland deal with Trump respecting ‘red lines’ Denmark on Saturday welcomed a deal announced by President Donald Trump that bolsters the US military presence in Greenland and limits its adversaries from investing or having a military presence on the Arctic territory. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said the deal respects the "red lines" of sovereignty and "the…
France 24 · Sep 18 Trump says US, Denmark reach deal to expand military presence in Greenland US President Donald Trump said on Friday he had reached a deal with Denmark to expand the US military presence in Greenland, while respecting Danish and Greenlandic sovereignty. Denmark said the agreement would be signed next week during the UN General Assembly but still requires parliamentary approval.
The Guardian - US · Sep 18 Latvia’s president warns that Europe is not up to date with drone and aerial warfare in Ukraine Edgars Rinkēvičs says drone warfare in Ukraine is moving at ‘lightning speed’ and efforts to prepare for an aerial war could be obsolete by next year
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Ukraine lashes out at Russian elections ‘held at gunpoint’ in occupied territory Russians are going to the polls for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022
Latin Times · Sep 18 U.S. Weighs Withdrawing Tens of Thousands of Troops From Europe Despite Russian Threat Current and former U.S. and Western officials report that the Pentagon is considering options to withdraw between 25,000 and 40,000 troops from Europe, shifting focus to other global priorities as NATO allies voice concern over Russian aggression.
Evening Standard · Sep 18 George Galloway hit by growing backlash for standing against Zack Polanski in Holborn by-election ‘I want Labour defeated, and only way of doing that is a vote for @ZackPolanski,’ says Mr Galloway’s ex-Chief of Staff in Commons
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Drones targeting UK military sites nearly every day as threat from Putin grows Exclusive: Stark figures intensify calls for the UK to prioritise national security as government accused of being ‘asleep’ to threats
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Poland won’t give up ‘a single inch’ of territory says Tusk after warning over Russian drones Tusk warned that there is a ‘real risk’ that a drone or projectile could hit a Nato country